Prateek Chawda

Background

About Prateek Chawda

Experienced Automotive Engineer with 14 years of expertise in Automotive Embedded Software Development, Functional Validation on Hardware-in-loop (HIL) systems, ADAS System Testing, Vehicle Testing, and Requirement Analysis. Experience: 14 years 2. Certifications: ISTQB Foundation, ISTQB Automotive Tester, and ISTQB Advanced Test Manager 3. Highlights: • Led system testing activities for ADAS features such as Front Camera and Domain Controller, ensuring compliance with ISO26262 standards. • Spearheaded ADAS vehicle testing for critical features like Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), and more, enhancing vehicle safety. • Automated the End of Line Calibration Booth for ADAS modules, improving calibration efficiency and reducing manual effort. • Managed test execution and activities for ADAS functional safety features, achieving high-quality test results for features like Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Automatic Parking Assist (APA). • Developed risk management strategies and led ASPICE Audit to achieve ASPICE Level 3, ensuring robust processes and high-quality deliverables. • Created DFMEA, FTA, and DVPR for Powertrain Features, mitigating risks and ensuring the reliability of powertrain systems. • Designed tests for Front Camera Module features, combining manual and automated methods for comprehensive testing. • Conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for customer-specific P Codes (DTC), leading to effective troubleshooting and issue resolution. • Supported Diagnostics validation and automation, improving efficiency in the validation process. • Automated tests for Stop & Start, Cruise Control Functionality, enhancing test coverage and efficiency. Tools: PTC Integrity, MITE, CANoe, CANalyzer, JIRA, SVN, Dspace ControlDesk, Dspace AutomationDesk, MATLAB Simulink, ETAS ASCET, ETAS INCA, Helios, IBM Rational Clearcase, IBM Rational Clearquest, DOORS, Dianalyzer, DSA, SDOM, Giove 5. Programming Language & Scripting: Embedded C, Python, CAPL. Testing Setup: DSpace HIL Systems, ETAS Labcar, ADAS Monitor HIL, Vehicle Testing. Expertise: ADAS System Test, Vehicle Test, Functional safety verification (FuSa), DFMEA, DVP & R as a part of ISO26262 functional safety, Requirement Analysis, SDLC, V Cycle, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, Diagnosis (UDS ISO14229), CAN, Ethernet, SAE J1939.